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Acorn Health · 4 months ago

Lead Registered Behavior Technician

Traverse City, Michigan, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

1+ years exp

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing the best quality care for clients. The Lead Registered Behavior Technician will engage in coaching and mentorship for fellow behavior technicians while maintaining a client caseload and providing direct therapy services as directed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

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Responsibilities

Conduct meetings with behavior technicians (mentees) during their initial 6 months of employment to discuss topics such as RBT certification, billing, note taking, data collection, professionalism, interpersonal skills, and ABA knowledge

Hold bi-weekly meetings with BCBA Supervisors to discuss the areas of needs of mentees

Conduct research to support and help problem-solve mentee questions and areas of need

Provide training and support to mentees to allow them to meet Company performance standards

Assist behavior technicians in submitting paperwork and applying for the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Provide services to clients in center, home, school, or other location(s) as clinically indicated

Complete clinical data collection and daily paperwork in a detailed, accurate, and timely manner

Prepare and assist in the preparation of instructional and clinical materials used with clients

Participate in ongoing communication with client’s team

Implement Behavior Intervention Plans and Individual Treatment Plans correctly and as directed by supervising BCBA

Respond and manage crisis situations as they relate to clients with potential for physical aggression

Refer clients and parents to appropriate staff members regarding therapy or non-therapy related questions

Attend client meetings as needed while being respectful and sensitive to family dynamics

Maintain certifications and trainings required for the position. (e.g., RBT certification, as crisis training, CPR and First Aid, etc.)

Comply with the Acorn Health Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, HIPAA regulations, policies and procedures, and all other regulations, laws, and other guidance relevant to the position

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

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Required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills

Demonstrate strong organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and exhibit an ability to maintain confidential records, record meetings, and reliably develop timely correspondence related to work according to agency standards

Able to work independently and with a team

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred

Certification as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in good standing with BACB

Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing in the field of ABA

Must meet the physical requirements of the position, to include lifting of clients, packages, or equipment, accessing non-barrier free premises, and utilizing physical management techniques when required